Keira Skonieczny

Though not a registered Tutor, throughout my academic history I have always been an A student and am continuously listed on the Magna Cum Laude list. Due to this record of mine, I've always ended up tutoring my friends. Although my strong point has always been English, I've tutored many of my friends, family members and acquaintances in subjects including, but not limited to, English, Math, Science, History, AP Courses, etc.

Ever since I was Fourteen years of age I have babysat for the friends and family of my parents. It has been my favorite job, never truly feeling like work to me. I've always enjoyed being around people, socializing, and teaching others new things. Every child I've baby sat I've always retained a strong bond with.

The majority of my life I've lived in an apartment complex (850 Howard Avenue). Within this complex many of the residents owned pets such as cats, dogs, and rodents. Once I got old enough, residents throughout the building would allow me to watch their pets for the day or when they went on a week getaway. Even still with my recent move, I continue to Pet Sit for the residents of 850 Howard avenue.

Over my 2023 summer I chose to volunteer at Hillside Swim Club. Hillside Swim Club is located in Staten Island NY. This particular Swim club has been gathering families of all ages since 1957. In recent years, due to instances such as Covid-19, the Club upkeep has been slightly below standard. I have been going to Hillside since I was in grade school, some of my fondest memories were born in that place. Due to my deep ties with Hillside and its community, when I noticed the deterioration of its landscape I would not let it continue. Which led me to my summer volunteering! I spent numerous hours helping to bring back the landscapes original nature. Not only that, once the major maintenance was finished I spent the remainder of my summer maintaining it. Though difficult work, nothing was more rewarding then seeing the members of my community smiling in the new refurbished environment and seeing the place I grew up in look just as wonderful as it sounds.